Independence without compromise.
Artists
About the Label
About Black 17 Media
One of the world's largest independent record labels and music publishers, with a global roster and a fast-growing catalog across phonk, dance/electronic, hip-hop and alternative rock. Founded in 2015, Black 17 turns emerging trends and viral moments into lasting careers.
By the Numbers
Black 17 by the numbers
As reported by Black 17 Media at black17media.com
For Artists
Why Submit to Us
What you get when you release with the label.
Black 17 keeps artists in control: you keep ownership, the label brings distribution, publishing administration and a proven track record of turning viral moments into careers.
Keep your ownership
Flexible deals built so artists and producers never have to give up their masters or compromise creative direction.
Global distribution
Releases and publishing administration run worldwide through the label's partnership with Sony Music Entertainment.
Built for viral records
Since 2015 the label has specialised in spotting emerging trends and turning viral moments into lasting careers.
A roster that proves it
Home to INTERWORLD, MoonDeity, Kordhell, DVRST, Hensonn and a global phonk and electronic roster.
Trust and transparency
An artist-first operation where the terms are clear and the label's incentives line up with yours.
Demos reviewed at the source
Submissions go straight to Black 17's own portal, so your record is heard by the team, not a queue.
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